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Research reveals how the brain anticipates the unexpected to keep our movements smooth and accurate
May 20, 2026
Walking through a packed crowd, you do more than plan your own steps – your brain is also preparing for the people who might bump into you. ...
Systemic bias leaves women’s health research lagging
March 08, 2026
Podcast aims to educate educators on EDI
January 21, 2026
Faster amyloid deposition impacts high-level cognitive function
October 01, 2025
A new study has found that preclinical models of Alzheimer’s disease that develop amyloid beta plaques earlier show reduced ...
Western prof, grad shares diverse medical illustrations
September 10, 2025
New online tool created by Western grad and prof offers free, diverse customizable scientific illustrations
Early Researcher Awards recognize Western faculty
August 21, 2025
Four faculty members earned Early Researcher Awards, attracting provincial funding for projects focused on memory, crop vitality and the risks of ...
Six scholars honoured with Western Research Excellence Awards
July 10, 2025
Six professors, including BrainsCAN's own Lisa Saksida, are recipients of the 2025 WRE Awards, celebrating the success and impact of their work.
Researchers launch brain imaging platform with $2.9M boost from Brain Canada
June 20, 2025
Supported by MouseTRAP, the new MIND Platform will allow scientists to explore the brain in unprecedented detail.
Western researchers show nostalgia's influence on grooving to music
June 04, 2025
A recent Western study builds on ongoing research about potential therapeutic benefits of musical rhythm for patients with movement disorders.
Western Research Represented at HBHL Symposium
May 07, 2025
BrainsCAN-supported researchers presented their latest work at the Healthy Brains, Healthy Lives (HBHL) Symposium at McGill University this week.
Western BrainsCAN researcher awarded $300K grant for Alzheimer’s research
March 20, 2025
Marco Prado, PhD, received a 2024 Weston Foundation Rapid Response grant of $299K to advance safer Alzheimer’s disease treatments.
Research leading to 'holistic' view of the brain
March 11, 2025
For Brain Awareness Week’s 30th anniversary, three Western researchers discuss their passion for neuroscience, its progress, and future goals.
Long road ahead to draw more women into STEM careers
March 07, 2025
MP Kirsty Duncan shared her experiences in a Schulich Medicine & Dentistry and BrainsCAN seminar at Western this week.
How eight initiatives are tackling neuroscience’s gender gap
February 11, 2025
BrainsCAN Fellow Ana Luisa Pinho spoke to The Transmitter ahead of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Western researchers use math to decipher how machine learning works
January 13, 2025
Team makes breakthrough in understanding how computer models can perform brain-like activities
Not good at trivia? Don't worry — you're probably smart in other ways
November 05, 2024
In her new book, Jeopardy! champion Amy Schneider says there's more to intelligence than regurgitating facts.
Study shows playing video games may improve cognitive performance
October 18, 2024
Research by Neuroscientist Adrian Owen is shedding light on how gaming and exercise affect our cognitive abilities.
Exploring the science that’s helping us live better, longer
October 09, 2024
BrainsCAN's own Lisa Saksida and Ravi Menon appear on a new podcast on the Science of Aging, produced by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry.
Resiliency and concussion: Why do some athletes develop neurodegeneration and others don’t?
September 26, 2024
Concussion is considered a ‘mild’ injury, but effects can last a lifetime, especially with multiple impacts. Understanding their ...